Cyber Security Analyst
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | East Kilbride or Milton Keynes/ Hybrid |
| Area | Uk-wide, UK |
| Sector | Digital Tech: Cyber Security |
| Salary | £657 Per Day |
| Start Date | July 17th, 2025 |
| Advertiser | Priyanka Dubey |
| Job Ref | 7067-PSR1JP00093146 |
| IR35 | Inside |
| Security Clearance | DV |
- Description
- The Client:
A government department client is looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to join them on a 12 month contract. This position will be in East Kilbride or Milton Keynes/hybrid.
Job Summary:
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring and Analysis: Continuously monitor security alerts and incidents using various security tools and technologies. Analyse and investigate security events to determine their severity and impact.
- Incident Response: Lead and coordinate incident response efforts, including containment, eradication, and recovery. Develop and implement incident response plans and procedures.
- Threat Intelligence: Gather and analyse threat intelligence to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Stay updated on the latest security trends and emerging threats.
- Security Operations: Manage and maintain security operations centre (SOC) infrastructure, including security information and event management (SIEM) systems, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and other security tools.
- Reporting: Prepare and present detailed reports on security incidents, findings, and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant security policies, standards, and regulations. Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
- Training and Mentoring: Provide guidance and training to SOC analysts and other team members. Share knowledge and best practices to enhance the overall security posture of the organization.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Several years of experience in a SOC or similar security role, with a strong understanding of security operations and incident response.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in using security tools and technologies, such as SIEM, IDS, firewalls, and antivirus software. Knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and security frameworks.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate and respond to security incidents effectively.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills to convey complex security information to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Our Company:
Malikshaw Interim & Executive is a specialist provider of talent management solutions helping our clients transform the delivery of our public services. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we combine providing the best talent with delivering diverse, inclusive workforces and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.
How to Apply:
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- Monitoring and Analysis: Continuously monitor security alerts and incidents using various security tools and technologies. Analyse and investigate security events to determine their severity and impact.
